Moniz ran unopposed in the Republican primary, winning with 929 votes. He won the general election with 56% of the vote against Democratic nominee Kennedy Penn-O'Toole.
2014
Moniz ran unopposed in the Republican primary and defeated Democratic candidateMikeSelmer in the general election, winning 54% of the vote.
2016
When incumbent Republican State Senate PresidentPhil Nicholas retired, Moniz ran unopposed in the Republican primary. He defeated Democratic nominee Narina Nunez with 57% of the vote.